EVENTS In ASIA
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The B Corp movement in Asia is led by a network of B Lab and B Market Builder organizations committed to nurturing the growing demand for sustainable, socially responsible business. Asia is one of the fastest-growing regions in the world, with communities in China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and throughout Southeast Asia. Efforts are also being catalyzed by the Center for Impact Investing and Practices, via the B Lab & CIIP Centre of Excellence for Asia.
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B Corp movement gains momentum in Asia as record number of companies certified
Albeit from a small base, the number of B Corps — or beneficial corporations — in Asia is rising markedly this year. China and Taiwan are currently the region’s biggest markets for firms that meet the most rigorous environmental and social standards.
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B Corp Movement in korea
Making the Global B Corp Movement Bloom in Korea and Beyond
Four steps B Corp must take to successfully implement its “glocalization” strategy and promote responsible business in South Korea and beyond. (from Stanford Social Innovation review)
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B corp in Taiwan
“Vinka Yang, one of the founders of Twine Free Trade LLC, a vendor of homeware, apparel and accessories that is likewise a B Corp, says in a similar vein: “If a customer brings two identical pieces of clothing to the cashier, and if staff confirm that the second is not a gift, but the customer is buying it for their own use, they will advise them to put it back.” He adds that many new employees have a hard time adapting to this approach of “refusing money.””
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B Corp movement in Japan
Startups and small and medium-sized enterprises should obtain B Corp certification as soon as possible.
Interview with Naoki Ishii, President of Ishii Landscaping
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Our community includes over 250 B Corps headquartered in Asia,
and over 850 total B Corp companies with operations in the region.
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B corp Marche in Osaka/Japan
December 14, 2023, B Corp Wave was held in Korea to connect companies that are driving positive change through the force of business and expand their ecosystem. The event was co-organized by B Lab Korea, MYSC, B Corp and a member of 1% for the Planet, and KB Securities, a supporter of the B Corp movement.
B Corp Wave was held in Korea to connect companies that are driving positive change through the force of business and expand their ecosystem. The event was co-organized by B Lab Korea, MYSC, B Corp and a member of 1% for the Planet, and KB Securities, a supporter of the B Corp movement.
March 19, 2024 - In the spirit of B Corp Month, B Lab Singapore, joined the National Parks team on a meaningful initiative - a Forest Clean Up at the Rifle Range Forest.
Singapore/ Impact Ideation Workshop at SUTD Create4Good Hackathon